| abstract |
A composition of matter capable of being formed into articles having substantial dimensional stability comprisingn a) destructurized starch, and b) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of anionically modified polysaccharides; said modified polysaccharide being present in an amount effective to enhance the physical properties of said articles. n The composition may contain further conventional additives as well as hydrophobic, substantially water-insoluble polymers. |